Verse of the Day: Habakkuk 2:3 For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end; it will not lie, if it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay. Reflection Waiting is hard for me. When I pray about something, I want movement. I want answers. … Continue reading Wait For It
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God is Good All the Time
Verse of the Day: 1 Chronicles 16:34 Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. Reflection Gratitude shouldn't depend on how my day is going. The Bible doesn’t say to give thanks when everything feels good today. It says to give thanks because He is good all the time. Some … Continue reading God is Good All the Time
The Lord is Good
Verse of the Day: Psalm 100:5 For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations. Reflection When I say God is good, it's not just words to me. I’ve seen it. I’ve lived it. His goodness isn’t based on how good I am or how strong my faith … Continue reading The Lord is Good
Wisdom from Heaven
Verse of the Day: James 3:17 Wisdom that comes from heaven is pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Reflection I can always tell the difference between when I’m running on my own understanding and when I’m leaning on God’s wisdom. My way usually feels rushed, defensive, or … Continue reading Wisdom from Heaven
Knowing and Trusting God
Verse of the Day: Psalm 9:10 And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you. Reflection I can’t truly trust someone I don’t really know. The same is true with God. If I want my trust in Him to be real, I … Continue reading Knowing and Trusting God
Understanding God’s Word
Verse of the Day: Psalm 119:130 The unfolding of Your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple. Reflection When I open my Bible with a real desire to understand, it's different. I’m not just reading words on a page. I’m asking God to help me see what I’ve been missing and little by … Continue reading Understanding God’s Word
A Teachable Heart
Verse of the Day: Psalm 143:10 Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your gracious Spirit lead me on level ground. Reflection When I was young, I used to think rules were just restrictions. Now I see them differently. God’s ways aren’t there to hold me back, they’re there to … Continue reading A Teachable Heart
A Gentle Answer
Verse of the Day: Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Reflection My words carry more weight than I sometimes realize. In the moment, especially when I’m frustrated or hurt, it feels easy to snap back or say something mean. But once the words leave my mouth, … Continue reading A Gentle Answer
What Does the Lord Require?
Verse of the Day: Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. Reflection When I really think about what the Lord requires, it’s actually pretty simple. He’s not asking me … Continue reading What Does the Lord Require?
A Cheerful Heart
Verse of the Day: Proverbs 15:15 All the days of the oppressed are wretched, but the cheerful heart has a continual feast. Reflection I’ve noticed something about myself. When I focus on everything that’s wrong, life feels heavy. The problems feel bigger. Even small things start to irritate me. It feels like I’m holding onto … Continue reading A Cheerful Heart
